Westwood Tan 256 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CAB47B, estimated LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shore Grass from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CAB47B · 256
Westwood Tan
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Westwood Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAB47B
RGB202, 180, 123
Estimated LRV44.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Westwood Tan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Westwood Tan
#CAB47B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8B37F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Westwood Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Westwood Tan Room Palettes
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Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Westwood Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Westwood Tan have?
Westwood Tan by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Westwood Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Westwood Tan are Shore Grass by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Perennial Gold by Behr (a close digital match), Spinning Straw Gold by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Westwood Tan's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Westwood Tan?
Westwood Tan has a estimated lightness value of 44.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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